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Light, but soft and warm.

The Therm-a-rest Ridge Rest SOLite keeps you warm despite its thin profile thanks to its heat-trapping ridges and its innovative heat-reflecting aluminized surface. This lamination boosts the durability of the pad, and its low weight and small size when packed (it's only .6 inches thick) help you shave weight and save space in your pack during your four-season overnights.

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Looking forward to having this item last

Familiarity:
I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

I made the purchase of this sleeping pad because I know it is doing to be durable and all purpose. I have seen too many inflatable sleeping pads break, and as much as I love the Z Lite style, I know they eventually wear thin. I am looking forward to using this item for years to come!

Comment on Hannah Moore's review »

Rugged.

Familiarity:
I've put it through the wringer

The regular size was my first sleeping pad ever, and serves me well still on occasion. I replaced it a few months ago with a self inflating pad, which is a little more comfortable and packs easier, but takes longer to utilize. In the year and half of abuse I put this pad through, there's scrapes and the reflective paint is worn away in spots. It's still just as comfortable as it ever was though. Great first pad and possibly even last pad, or until you get some experience in what you want out of a pad. For whatever it may be lacking, it makes up for in price.

Comment on Rob's review »

Comfortable enough and super versatile

Gender:
Male

Familiarity:
I've used it several times

I was worried about comfort on this pad, but it turned out fine on my 6 day trip in Denali. I'm primarily a stomach sleeper, with bouts of back (in cold weather) and side (when I'm restless). Comfort level obviously wasn't luxurious, but I never woke up due to discomfort, and I felt reasonably well-rested in the morning.

What I really love about this pad is its versatility. Wanna take a nap mid-day? Need a temporary "privacy shield" while changing around strangers? How about a pillow? How about an area to "stage" all your gear in the morning as you pack up, avoiding wet/muddy grass? This pad does all of that quickly, and with no complaint or worries about holes.

As for warmth, the night temps in Denali were probably 38-45. I was perfectly warm on this pad with a Kelty Light Year bag.

Comment on Phil's review »

Regretting getting it.

Familiarity:
I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Just moved out to the Rockies and have been building up a camping supply as my wife and I like to hike/backpack. Being tight on funds I went with this as it was the cheapest sleeping pad I saw.. but after our first trip I'm really regretting the purchase. I got the short pad which is good for my knees to shoulders which I can manage and thermal insulation was okay. Comfort though is horrible. I have 8 years in the Army and have slept in more comfy patches of dirt. I'm going to shell out for another pad and donate this one to goodwill..

Comment on Matthew S.'s review »

Great pad for the hammock

Familiarity:
I've used it several times

I got the short version of this pad a few weeks ago for use in my hammock. I've used it 3 nights so far and am really loving it. It is pretty bulky but the short version isn't too bad, and of course its super lightweight. I put it inside my sleeping bag in my hammock which is awesome so it doesn't slide around. I can really feel the heat reflecting back on me from the silver side. Since it's just on my torso area I can move my legs freely.

Its also great for a quick roll out "seat" on the ground or rock for a little extra cushion. I only gave it 4 stars because some of the silver part is peeling off already, but its still super durable. I was going to get a cheaper generic foam pad but for $5 more this one it totally worth it.

It all looks great... but what do you do...

Luckily this being a closed cell foam pad, unless you have punctures in the pad it will not take on water. So if your pad does get wet brushing it off or wiping it down should dry it off. Typically though you should be able to fit your sleeping pad under your packs raincover to keep it dry.

Product description above says, "its low weight and small size when packed ... help you shave weight and save space in your pack during your four-season overnights." This pad is BULKY! The only way it's helping you save space in your pack is because it wont fit in your pack (and must be lashed to the outside).

p.s. Pad is meant to be used "silver side up" when placed on the ground. The shiny surface is intended to reflect radiated body heat back to your body.

Comment on Scott Jasper's photo »

For the price -- so worth it.

Familiarity:
I've used it several times

Its pretty bulky even when rolled up, and its not super comfortable. I once used this pad on top of acorns and it was pretty lumpy but I got to sleep. Ive also used it in the cold and its a hell of a lot warmer than the ground. If you're just looking for something cheap, I'd go for it.

Comment on Keith Stone's video »

durable but bulky

Familiarity:
I've put it through the wringer

I've had 2 of these for 5 years and they've taken plenty of abuse. Not so great for sleeping on snow or for side sleepers and is bulky strapped to the outside of your pack. And those were the main reasons I finally upgraded to an insulated inflatable that packs down to about 5"x9". But if you want something cheap, durable, easy to take care of, has multiple uses and bulk is not an issue, everyone will tell you the Thermarests are the way to go.

Comment on TomR's review »

Keep it simple

Familiarity:
I've put it through the wringer

Used this for winter backpacking in the NH White Mountains on its own, and paired with an inflatable pad for an Alaskan mountaineering trip. Worked great, fairly comfy on its own, especially if you aren't like me and have an easy time sleeping on your back. I always slept on the silver side, because when I put my hand on it I could feel the tiniest amount of heat being reflected back, but it probably isn't a real difference. Then, couple of weeks ago, my dog got nervous home alone during a storm and obliterated it.

Comment on CCap's review »

we be representen therm-a-rest

Comment on david graham's photo »

sleep tight

Familiarity:
I've put it through the wringer

Decent price and it's not gonna break unless you tear it in half. It doesn't roll small, so your pack needs a place to put it, (underneath the brain, straps on the bottom, or straps on the front) The whole "heat-reflecting" surface thing does not work at all, don't kid yourself, but this can be overlooked. I recommend you buy/find/borrow some sort of strap to keep it rolled up, makes for much less of a hassle I promise.

Comment on david graham's review »

know your application

This sleeping pad is perfect for me, but know what you plan to use it for before purchasing. I use it for 3-season backpacking on its own. For the weight and money, it's hard to beat. If you need something that's going to pack small, however, this is not the pad for you. Some other people here mentioned that it makes a good "sub-pad," but I haven't tried as such myself. I do know that the reflective side really does add heat when you need it, but be sure to go green side up in the summer. The number one reason I chose this one is because you can't puncture it. I'm careful with my gear, but when you're on the trail, you don't want to have to be worried about things like that. At 5'7" the regular pad is big enough for my whole body, head to toe, but if you want to save some space and don't mind having your feet dangle off, go for the small.